Hybrid Water Treatment Chemical Engineer - Design & Optimize

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Hybrid work in Stellenbosch

Paid annual leave

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Chemical Engineer to design, implement and optimize water and wastewater treatment processes for industrial and municipal clients. The role blends fieldwork with office analysis in a hybrid setup, from feasibility studies to plant operations and troubleshooting.

You will apply chemical engineering principles to modern treatment technologies, support project teams, and deliver sustainable environmental solutions with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Degree in chemical engineering (B.Eng. or B.Sc.).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in water or wastewater treatment.
• Familiarity with treatment technologies and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot testing for new technologies.
• Optimize existing plants for efficiency and cost savings.
• Troubleshoot process issues and support site operations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permits.
• Prepare technical reports and project proposals.
• Collaborate with project managers, site operators and clients.
• Monitor performance and analyze data for improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal

Problem solving

Education

B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Chemical Engineer to design, implement and optimize water and wastewater treatment processes for industrial and municipal clients. The role blends fieldwork with office analysis in a hybrid setup, from feasibility studies to plant operations and troubleshooting.

You will apply chemical engineering principles to modern treatment technologies, support project teams, and deliver sustainable environmental solutions with strong communication and